Sophia Ethics Milestone 1 Latest Updated (Already Passed)

You passed this Milestone 8 questions were answered correctly. 7 questions were answered incorrectly. 1 Because she is a teacher who works with children, Yuki is required by law to report suspected abuse. One day a student says that his dad frequently hits him after having a drink. Despite the boy's insistence that it's a secret, Yuki informs the school office, which calls the authorities. Yuki's decision constitutes a(n) action. CONCEPT The Evaluation of Actions 2 Which of the following statements reflects subjectivism? CONCEPT Categorizing Ethical Theories 3 What is the goal of philosophy? Every time your phone rings, your brain releases a chemical called dopamine. • If you don't water your plants, they will wilt. If you water them, they will be healthy. If you fertilize them, they will be healthier. • I got eight hours of sleep and ate a healthy breakfast. Therefore, I am going to have a great day. • Donuts are the best breakfast food. I had one this morning. • Grandpa always chews with his mouth open at family gatherings. • Don masks his income to avoid paying income taxes for twenty years. • • To pursue truth • To persuade others • To gain self-knowledge • To justify beliefs CONCEPT Introduction to Philosophy 4 Which of the following is an argument? CONCEPT Introduction to Arguments 5 Many people confuse topics of religion, social etiquette, and law with ethical topics. Select the example related to law. The good and the bad are always self-evident. • The goal of ethics is to justify your own behavior. • Ethics is concerned with right and wrong. • Ethical behavior is restricted to professional contexts. • Philosophy improves understanding of argumentation. • Philosophy defends what is traditional in society. • Philosophy is useful as a tool to justify personal opinions. • Philosophy maintains society's collective memory. • • Beth approves of same-sex marriage, but her mother says it is a sin. • Kendra neglects to RSVP to an invitation to a close friend’s small wedding. CONCEPT Ethical and Non-Ethical Topics 6 Which of the following statements is true of ethics? CONCEPT Introduction to Philosophical Ethics 7 Which of the following is a benefit of philosophy? CONCEPT Benefits of Philosophy and Ethics 8 Which of the following statements is an example of metaethics? 1 • 3 • 4 • 2 • Uncogent • • • Killing whales is always wrong, no matter the reasoning. • Kantian deontology is the correct ethical theory. • Most people believe in some form of utilitarianism. • Boy Scouts have a moral obligation to help the elderly cross the street. CONCEPT Branches of Ethics 9 Consider the following argument: (1) I should get a raise (2) because I complete all my projects prior to the deadline, (3) I arrive at work early and stay late, (4) and I always receive positive comments on my work. Which of the four numbered statements is the conclusion? CONCEPT Premises and Conclusions 10 An argument is invalid, but the conclusion is true. Which of the following terms best describes the argument? Kevin should choose a side based on how many arguments there are in favor of it. • Kevin should choose a side and look for arguments that support it. • Kevin should reframe his question to be about whether humans have free will. • Kevin should carefully consider each argument for or against artificial intelligence having free will. • Do I have cash on me right now? • What is the beggar's race? • • Sound • Cogent • Unsound CONCEPT Evaluating an Argument 11 Kevin has thoroughly researched whether artificial intelligence can have free will. In order to continue his philosophical inquiry, what should Kevin's next step be? CONCEPT The Philosophical Approach to Inquiry 12 Which of the following considerations is ethically relevant to a person who's been asked for money on the street? Invalid deductive • Weak inductive • Strong inductive • Valid deductive • Every time I’ve visited the farmer’s market, I’ve found heirloom tomatoes. So, this week when I go to the farmer’s market, I will find heirloom tomatoes. • Traffic is very heavy today. When traffic is heavy, I take the bus to work. I will take the bus to work today. • Helen was seen exiting the alley after a robbery had taken place. It follows that Helen committed the robbery. • It has snowed on my birthday every year since I was born. Therefore, it will snow on my birthday this year. • Is giving money the best way to help? • Have I given money to beggars before? CONCEPT Actions and Events 13 Russ plays the bassoon. Most bassoon players can easily learn the saxophone. It's therefore likely that Russ could easily learn the saxophone. Which type of argument is this? CONCEPT Evaluating the Structure of an Argument 14 Which of the following is a deductive argument? When was the first World Series played?